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[08:00:38] KRISTIE LU STOUT, HOST: I'm Kristie Lu Stout in Hong Kong. And welcome to News Stream.

Now, pioneer in music and in life: the world mourns music legend David Bowie.

North Korea claims its keeping an American prisoner and CNN speaks to the captive.

And Leonardo di Caprio wins big with The Revenant at The Golden Globes. Is he finally set to win an Oscar?

Now, some lives cannot be summed up in a single line. And David Bowie is one of those people, music icon died at the age of 69 after a battle

with cancer. He was a man of many faces. His music crossed genres, his work spanned decades.

Now, Bowie had just released his latest album on Friday. And of course his final album earned rave reviews from critics.

Now, if there was one thing about David Bowie that never changed, it was his capacity to change.

He began his career almost 50 years under his real name David Jones. He eventually changed his name to avoid confusion with Davie Jones, lead

singer of The Monkees.

Now, Bowie's career took off with the song Space Oddity and sparked the beginning of Bowie's cosmic phase where he took on the persona of an

alien Ziggy Stardust.

Now, Bowie took on several personae during his career, including the Thin White Duke. It's a period where he famously lived on a diet of

cocaine, red peppers and milk.

Now, Bowie appeared in several films throughout his career. And one of his biggest roles was as the villain in Labyrinth.

And over the last decade, Bowie stopped playing live shows and lead a more private life. Among his rare public appearances was to support his

son, the film director, Duncan Jones.

Now, for more on the reaction to the death of a showbiz legend, let's go straight to CNN's Phil Black in London.

And Phil, you have been in Brixton, in South London, that's where David Bowie was born. How is he being remembered there?

PHIL BLACK, CNN INTERNATIONAL CORRESPONDENT: Well, with great sadness, Kristie. People here today have told me about the shock when they

woke up this morning, heard the news. No one really saw this coming.

David Bowie is someone who has kept a low profile for a few years now, but -- and there have been rumors that he hasn't been well but given his

release of albums in 2013 and now again just a few days ago, no one thought that he was so unwell that his life was in peril. That has proven not to

be the case. And so people are stunned and they've come here to this mural, which has been here for a few years now to express this shock and

share in that grief.

And this is where people have been laying flowers and messages and candles. This is where we've been seeing people weep openly at the news

that David Bowie has died in this way.

The mural shows him at his glam rock hay day as he appeared on album cover of the 1973 album Aladdin Sane, but that was just really the

beginning. And of course his career evolved over some five decades and took on many styles and so forth. And that's why everyone today is talking

about him as the restless artist, always changing, always evolving, always exploring different artistic mediums as well, not

just music.

So, he's being remembered for his music, remembered for the great songs, but remembered first and foremost as an artist. And this is just

one of the places I think in the world today that his acting as a focal point for that grief, of his legions of fans that cover several

generations, Kristie.

LU STOUT: You know, indeed, Phil, he is and he was the restless artist whose work spanned decades including this one. It was just on

Friday that David Bowie's new album "Black Star" was released. So, Phil, was there any sign or any indication that he was ailing in health or

anything was wrong?

BLACK: Not to this degree. As I say, I think a lot of people suspected that perhaps he wasn't in the best of health. He hadn't really

done a lot publicly over the last 15 years or so, last performed live back in 2006. His fans eager to see more live performances, it's one of the

things he was very much known for. But kept a fairly low profile. As I say, there was some quiet time. And then he started to record again: an

album in 2013, and as you just mentioned, his most recent, his 27th studio release just on Friday, his 69th birthday.

No one expected I think that he was so unwell that his life was at risk. There's obviously an added poignancy now to that latest studio

release. And so that is why there is this great sense of shock as well. People genuinely wanted to see him. People didn't know why he wasn't

appearing publicly. Some talks, some concern, but nothing that would have prepared them for this. And so that is why overwhelmingly when we've been

talking to people here today, the one thing that they have been expressing is really great shock.

[08:05:47] LU STOUT: Phil Black there live from Bixton reporting on the death of the icon David Bowie. Phil, thank you.

David Bowie was a ground breaker in his music and in his showmanship, especially in live performances. And his legacy extends far beyond his

songs. And for more, I'm joined now by John Giddings. He is the European promoter for David Bowie. And, sir, thank you so much for joining us here

on CNN. Such shocking and devastating news, a tremendous loss.

As soon as you heard of David Bowie's death, what did you think? What came to your mind?

JOHN GIDDINGS, PROMOTER: How sad it was. And I had no idea it was coming. You know, I thought over the last couple of years delivering those

albums and being back on an artistic wave, I thought everything was in the future now and I thought he would be doing shows in the future. It was

absolute -- I mean the world has lost a musical genius, and it's not just a musical genius, he was on the cutting edge of art, fashion, photography,

film. He's a legend.

LU STOUT: David Bowie, he played his last UK show in 2004 at your festival. Could you take us back to that moment. What was that

performance like?

GIDDINGS: Well, it's got obviously a lot more meaning now than it had been, but it was incredible at the time. I remember he came across the --

you can only get there by ferry and he got off the bus and went in a cafe and chatted with everyone. I think people don't realize what a humble

human being he was and how dedicated to his art he was and what a sense of humor he had. You know, he wandered around all day talking to the other

artists on the festival, asking about the island, he was interested in everything that went on.

LU STOUT: I've read that you had a long association with David Bowie, dating even beyond 2004 to 1987, that was his Glass Spider tour.

GIDDINGS: Yes.

LU STOUT: So, you've seen him in person just reinvent himself and reinvent

pop music again and again. Your thoughts on that and just how David Bowie was able to do it.

GIDDINGS: He was always ahead of the game. When people turned up at the shows dressed as Ziggy Stardust, he was already Aladdin Sane. And it

went all the way through his career. And I remember him telling me about a group called Arcade Five no one had never heard of. He was always

interested in what the next thing was, the next thing going to be and he never would stand still.

It was incredible the why he had the foresight of all of that.

LU STOUT: And in recent years were you able to talk to him or keep up with him at all? Yeah, I saw him a couple of times in New York and he was

always friendly, came to other shows, hung out. And he would send emails occasionally. There was one funny moment where someone sent me a painting

they claimed was by him and I sent it to him for a laugh. And he just said look at the signature, John, nobody would ever think that was me.

He had a great, great sense of humor and to hang out with him was a privilege and a pleasure and I'm proud to have been involved. And it's one

of saddest moments of my life today.

LU STOUT: You know, I that's a side of David Bowie we don't know much about is the humorous side. Could you perhaps share that moment with us,

or at least exchange you had with him that you'll always remember?

GIDDINGS: It was funny at the Isle of White festival when I introduced him to the Charlatans and he was talking away from him and he

turned around to me and said when did I play here last, John? And I said you've never played here, David. And he said, well, I'll make it up as I

go along, then.

He was always amusing. You know, he was a London boy. He had that great British sense of humor.

LU STOUT: John Giddings, concert promoter, European promoter for David Bowe. Thank you so much for joining us and sharing your thoughts on

his life, what he was like as a person and the legacy of David Bowie. Thank you so much and take care

GIDDINGS: Thank you very much. Cheers. Bye-bye.

LU STOUT: Now, shortly after the news broke, Bowie's son, Duncan Jones, tweeted out a photo of himself and his late father saying that he

was very sorry and sad to say it's true.

Now, social media were quickly flooded with reaction to the news. And some looked at Bowie's most recent lyrics.

Now, the writer Matthew Sweet tweeted, "he was saying good-bye and we never knew it," referencing Bowie's last single Lazarus, which was just

released.

Now, the song is about a man in heaven who was finally "free like a bluebird."

Now, others paid bittersweet tribute to the singer. One fan tweeted this, "if you're ever sad, just remember that the world is 4.5 billion

years old and you somehow managed to exist at the same time as David Bowie."

And this image was widely shared on social media, it's animation of Bowie's various looks over the years. Created by the artist Helen Green,

the many, many faces of David Bowie. And incredible talent.

You're watching News Stream. And still ahead on the program, North Korea claims it's holding an American prisoner and has allowed CNN to speak

to the man. Our exclusive interview is straight ahead.

Plus, Mexican drug lord El Chapo could face justice in the U.S., we'll have the latest on extradition proceedings and asecret interview he gave a

major Hollywood actor.

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[08:12:41] LU STOUT: Now CNN has just learned that an aide convoy has reached the outskirts of Madaya, that's according to a UN source and a

doctor inside the city.

Now, rebel and Syrian government forces agreed to lift the blockade in Madaya and two other towns to allow in desperately needed food and

supplies.

North Korea is allegedly holding a U.S. citizen prisoner. Now, Pyongyang supplied his passport as verification, but the U.S State

Department still has not confirmed it.

Now, North Korean authorities say Kim Dong-chul faces charges of spying. They gave CNN exclusive access to Kim who identified himself as a

naturalized U.S. citizen who used to live in Virginia.

Now, if he claims are true, Kim would be the only U.S. citizen held prisoner in North Korea.

Will Ripley is in Pyongyang. He joins us now live. And Will, it wasn't until you and the team touched down in Pyongyang did you learn of

this alleged American detainee. Tell us more about him. What's his story?

WILL RIPLEY, CNN CORRESPONDENT: Well, nobody knew about this case really until we were notified by the North Korean government after we

arrived in Pyongyang last week, shortly after the purported hydrogen bomb test. They told us that they also had an American citizen in custody and

that we would learn more details in the coming days.

So, when we met Kim Dong-chul, he told us his story and it was -- it's a tale that has not yet been confirmed, I need to point out, by the U.S.

government. But they did provide evidence, and he was very clear about what he says he did full well acknowledging that the consequences here in

North Korea could be very severe. Listen.

(BEGIN VIDEOTAPE)

RIPLEY: Days after North Korea's nuclear test shocked the wrorld, a new diplomatic bombshell: Kim Dong-chul he says he's an American citizen

who used to live in Fairfax, Virginia. North Korea calls him a spy, accused of

stealing nuclear and military secrets.

Pyongyang authorities order Kim to speak to us in Korean. He seems aware our

conversation is likely being listened to.

"I committed an act of espionage again North Korea," he says. "I gathered

information about its nuclear program and military facilities."

Kim says North Korean agents arrested him three months ago, seizing a USB drive, camera and documents with details of North Korea's nuclear

program.

CNN cannot determine whether Kim is making his statement under duress. He says he was not spying for the United States, but for South Korean

conservative elements, with the goal of undermining North Korean leader Kim jong-un's

regime.

The South Korean government calls the claims groundless.

How did it work? How did you pass on the information you collected?

"I bribed a local resident, an ex-soldier with military access," he says. "He handed over information. I hid it in my car and secretly

brought it to China.

Kim says he drove back and forth from China every day as president of a company that operates in a Rason where foreign-owned businesses operate

just inside North Korea.

The businesses help the cash strapped regime make money to pay for things like its nuclear program.

"It's time for the U.S. government to withdraw its hostile policy against North Korea," Kim says, using the same language often found in

Pyongyang propaganda.

We're allowed to photograph Kim's American passport. He says he was born in South Korea, but became a U.S. citizen almost 30 years ago.

So far, the State Department has refused to comment or even confirm his U.S. citizenship, telling CNN, quote, "speaking publicly about specific

purported cases of detained Americans can complicate our tireless efforts to secure their

freedom."

"I'm asking the U.S. or South Korean government to rescue me," Kim says.

Neither country has diplomatic relations with North Korea. For now, this professed U.S. citizen is detained, no trial date, no idea if he'll

ever see his family or country again.

We have been in touch with Kim's wife and also with the Swedish embassy here in Pyongyang that often serves as an intermediary for

countries like the United States that don't have diplomatic relations with the North Korean regime. And the Swedish embassy says they actually

received an urgent cable from the U.S. State Department shortly after we contacted them about the story.

So, it really does go to show, Kristie, this wasn't on anybody's radar until the North Koreans decided now to make it known that they were holding

an apparent American citizen.

[08:17:20] LU STOUT: All right, CNN's Will Ripley reporting live with that exclusive live from Pyongyang. Thank you, Will.

Now, extradition proceedings are underway for the Mexican druglord Joaquin Guzman.

Now, Mexico plans to send him to the U.S. to face justice. The cartel leader known as El Chapo was recaptured on Friday after six months on the

run. Now, police say that he was hiding in this house, but managed to get away during a shootout with the Mexican navy. He was later captured on a

highway.

Now, officials say El Chapo's multibillion dollar cartel has been a major supplier of illegal drugs to the U.S. He was first arrested in 1993

and has escaped from prison twice.

The last time was in July when he slipped through an underground tunnel beneath his cell.

And while he was on the run, El Chapo gave a secret interview to the American actor Sean Penn. Rolling Stone magazine published the article on

Saturday. And as Nick Valencia reports, Mexican authorities now want to talk to the Hollywood star.

(BEGIN VIDEOTAPE)

JOAQUIN "EL CHAPO" GUZMAN, MEXICAN DRUG KINGPIN (subtitles): I want to make clear that this interview is for the exclusive use of Miss Kate del

Castillo and Mister Sean Penn.

NICK VALENCIA, CNN CORRESPONDENT (voice-over): For the first time, we hear from the drug kingpin himself. Despite being on the run, the drug

lord, Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, agrees to an interview with actor and activist, Sean Penn, A cinematic plot twist to an already surreal story.

GUZMAN: Look, all I do is defend myself, nothing more. But do I start looking for trouble? Never.

VALENCIA: In a report for "Rolling Stone," Penn writes the pair met face to face if October 2015, three months after his brazen prison escape.

According to Penn, the meeting happened somewhere in the middle of a Mexican jungle and included tequila and tacos. His irrational fear of being

watched by armed drones and being surprised by El Chapo's, quote, "chivalry."

These clips are part of replies from follow-up questions from Penn, sent to a Guzman representative who asked the questions off-camera.

GUZMAN: Well from the age of 15 and on, where I'm from, which is the Municipality of Badiraguato, I was raised on a ranch called La Tuna. In

that area, and up until today, there are no job opportunities.

VALENCIA: The meeting, Penn says, was brokered by Mexican actress, Kate Del Castillo. It was 2012 when Del Castillo reportedly developed a

friendship with El Chapo after posting a series of tweets critical of the Mexican government while celebrating the notorious drug trafficker. Del

Castillo has not commented since publication of the "Rolling Stone" article Saturday night. CNN has reached out to her.

(on camera): Their communication continued over the course of the next three years, even after the 2014 arrest of El Chapo that landed him here at

the Altiplano Penitentiary. They stayed in touch via Blackberry messages and letters. And it was that relationship between Del Castillo and el Chapo

that eventually led to the meeting between Sean Penn and the notorious drug lord. It was a month of back-door dealings that included encrypted

messages, disposable phones and clandestine communications with El Chapo's associations.

(voice-over): In a two-minute clip posted to "Rolling Stone's" website, El Chapo talks about drug trafficking, violence and his role in it

all.

[08:20:36] GUZMAN: Well, it's a reality, that drugs destroy. Unfortunately, as I said, where I gew up there was no other way and there

still isn't, a way to survive, no other way to work in our economy to be able to make a living.

VALENCIA: A senior Mexican law enforcement official tells CNN they want to question both Del Castillo and Penn, specifically about the

location where the meeting took place.

Nick Valencia, CNN, Mexico.

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LU STOUT: Now, anxiety is growing here in Hong Kong over the disappearance of five men. And after the break, we'll explain why people

are taking to the streets in protest. Stay with us.

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[08:25:18] LU STOUT: Coming to you live from Hong Kong, you're back watching News Stream. And here in Hong Kong, concern is rising over the

mysterious case of five missing men, all linked to a publisher of books critical of the Chinese leadership. Now some believe that they were

abducted to Mainland China and that Chinese security agents are operating across the border even though they have no authority to do so.

(BEGIN VIDEOTAPE)

LU STOUT: A self-immolation by a protester at the British consulate in Hong Kong, which triggers waves of unrest. It's a fictional scene of

the new movie "Ten Years," a desperate vision of life in Hong Kong in a decade's time.

But for many Hong Kongers, the betrayal of political repression and crackdown on the Cantonese dialect, represent their fears for what could

become reality as China tightens its grip on the territory.

The anxiety sparked protest in recent weeks and reaction to the disappearance of five Hong Kongers who published or sold books critical of

China and its leadership, many of which are banned in the mainland.

Thousands of people joined a march on Sunday to protest the most recent case of Lee Bo from Causeway Bay Books. Hong Kong authorities deny

any involvement in his disappearance. Campaigners accuse China of illegal kidnapping.

BENNY TAI, UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG: Well, I think it's very clear that we must take a serious concern on the matter, because our personal

security and our freedom of expression are now under serious threat.

LU STOUT: Protesters also called for the UK to help protect the one country, two systems deal they secured at the handover in 1997, to

guarantee Hong Kong's autonomy for half a century.

JOSHUA WONG, FOUNDER, SCHOLARISM: I think just showing concern is not enough. We hope they have more clear statement to disagree to suppression

in Hong Kong.

UNIDENTIFIED MALE: We Hong Kong people has got to stand out and speak up to air our anger both to the Mainland China and also to Great Britain.

LU STOUT: But the Chinese government has warned that no foreign country has a right to interfere in Hong Kong's affairs and said that Lee

Bo is first and foremost a Chinese citizen.

HUA CHUNGYING, CHINESE FOREIGN MINISTRY SPOKESWOMAN (through translator): Any Hong Kong resident who is of Chinese descent and was

born in the Chinese territories, including Hong Kong, he is a Chinese national.

LU STOUT: China has not directly responded to questions of Lee's alleged detention. More protests are planned for Hong Kong, calling for

international pressure to demand the release of the missing men.

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LU STOUT: Activists, scholars and some celebrities are calling for action. In a video published on YouTube, former lawmaker Mar quote, "this

event will change the whole tenor of Hong Kong. It is not only about people who publish books but anyone who comes to Hong Kong and any time

when we speak for ourselves, for people in the mainland, for anybody in the world. We call upon the world do not let this happen to Hong Kong."

Now, you're watching News Stream. And up next, news of David Bowie's death has shocked fans as well as industry insiders. And after the break,

we have more on the international reaction to the death of the legendary musician and actor.

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[08:32:27] LU STOUT: Now, we have seen condolences pouring in on social media for the music legend David Bowie. And fans in the U.S. have

already gathered to create a makeshift memorial. Now, CNN senior media correspondent Brian Stelter joins me now live from New York. And Brian,

how are Americans waking up and processing the news.

BRIAN STELTER, CNN CORRESPONDENT: Some people commenting that they thought he would never die, that he is a larger than life figure, an icon

for so many artist who came after him.

Lady Ga-Ga, for example, retweeting a commenter who said, there would be no Lady Ga-Ga without David Bowie.

People also commenting by listening to his songs, relistening to them on Spotify and Apple Music, soaking up the sounds that he's known for

across so many decades, in fact his long-time producing partner says his final album released just a few days ago was a parting gift.

(BEGIN VIDEOTAPE)

STELTER: Legendary British Singer David Bowie, who indelibly influenced generations with his eclectic persona and groundbreaking sound,

dead at age 69 after an 18-month battle with cancer.

Bowie's publicist confirming the icon died peacefully surrounded by his family after a courageous 18-month battle with cancer. While many of

you will share in this loss, we ask that you respect the family's privacy during their time of grief.

His son tweeting very sorry and sad to say it's true. I'll be offline for a while, love to all.

A illustrious career spanning over 40 years, Bowie was born in South London as David Jones, bursting on the scene in 1969 with the smash hit

Space Oddity.

And later as his ethereal space alien alter ego, Ziggy Stardust.

Bowie's flamboyyant theatrics and fashion forward style, becoming a signature hallmark of the genre defined pop fixture.

His music a rally cry for misfits everywhere.

In 1996, Bowie was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and awarded a Grammy lifetime achievement award ten years later.

His long time wife, super model Iman, a steady fixture by his side.

Bowie, a master of reinvention, continued working, dipping in and out of the public eye, releasing his latest album "Black Star" just days ago on

his 69th birthday, much to critical acclaim. The album, topping charts in the UK and U.S.

Highlighting Bowie's unparalleled ability to continue to push the envelope even after four decades in the industry.

(END VIDEOTAPE)

[08:35:30] STELTER: He was theatrical. He was mesmerizing. And he was as the Rolling

Stones said a few minutes ago on Twitter, a true original, Kristie.

LU STOUT: That's right. I mean, his music was for the misfits out there as you put so poetically in that montage just then, the best of

Bowie. Brian Stelter there, thank you so much and take care.

Now, you're watching News Stream. And still to come on the program, some of the biggest names in Hollywood, they turned out for Sunday night's

Golden Globe awards. Which films won a trophy? We've got that next.

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LU STOUT: Welcome back.

Now, Hollywood kicked off its award season Sunday night with the 73rd annual Golden Globes. The Revenant, starting Leonardo di Caprio, that was

the night's big winner. It took home three top prizes in film, including best drama and best actor for Di Caprio.

Now, Ridley Scott's The Martian was named best musical or comedy with a star Matt Damon taking home best actor in that category.

Jennifer Lawrence won best actress in a musical or comedy for her role in Joy and Brie Larson captured the award for best actress in a movie drama

for Room.

The Golden Globes are often seen as a key indicator of who will win an Academy Award at next month's Oscars.

Now, the new Star Wars film is making a strong debut in China. Disney says The Force Awakens earned $53 million its opening weekend.

And while that's one of the biggest ever openings in China for the studio, it lags behind the numbers we've seen elsewhere in the world.

Now, for more here's Matt Rivers.

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UNIDENTIFIED MALE: I will finish what you've started.

MATT RIVERS, CNN CORREPSONDENT: The force finally awakened in the second biggest movie market in the world as the latest Star Wars

installment opened up in China over the weekend. Light sabers glowed at midnight showings across Beijing Saturday as fans got their first taste of

the movie a full three weeks after the U.S.

After it was over, positive reviews.

UNIDENTIFIED MALE (through translator): Generally speaking, I'm very satisfied with technology developments, the affects, the sounds, the

lighting effects are much better than previous episodes.

RIVERS: But if you feel like something is missing in all of this, compare china's opening

night to what we saw in the U.S.

UNIDENTIFIED MALE: This area is under the protection of The First Order.

RIVERS: Fans dressed up cheering unbridled in their pure geeky joy. Heck, people even camped out for a week before the first showing. This was

a cultural event.

Here in this Beijing theater, the film is being shown every half hour, but as you can see,

the massive crowds haven't really shown up yet.

There's no sense of nostalgia about this film. I don't think that most people know what a storm trooper is, if you did a Chewbacca

impression, you would probably get some strange looks, but for a film to be a true blockbuster these days, it needs to do well in China, and Disney

knows it.

Hence the reason for a big marketing push. A social media and ad campaign has been reinforced with splashy events like this one: hundreds of

storm trooper figurines on the great wall back in October.

There are government limits on the amount of western films that can be shown each year, so

Disney has to make it count, but will it be enough to generate interest? We asked a Jedi.

[08:40:34] UNIDENITIFIED MALE (through translator): It's not really that popular here yet. I think people are more into Chinese movies.

Hopefully, Star Wars can help change that.

RIVERS: He's one of a small group of fans that met Friday night before the first showing determined to help spread the gospel of Luke,

Leia, and Han. It's that kind of loyalty Disney is counting on.

The Force Awakens is already the top grossing film of all-time in the U.S. To break Avatar's worldwide record, it'll need Chinese audiences to

show up in force.

Matt Rivers, CNN, Beijing.

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LU STOUT: And that record held by Avatar is pretty hard to break. Worldwide box office receipts for the new Star Wars film currently stands

at $1.7 billion, that's over $400 million behind James Cameron's 1997 epic romance Titanic and a staggering $1 billion short

of Cameron's Avatar.

Now, talk about a goal that is far, far away.

Now, we'll end the program with our top news this hour. David Bowie has died at the age

of 69. And Bowie's first hit was "Space Oddity," the tale of astronaut Major Tom. It was released just days before Apollo 11 landed on the moon.

And more than 40 years later, the track was covered by an actual astronaut in space.

Astronaut Chris Hatfield performed on board the International Space Station, a fitting choice for the first music video ever recorded in space.

And that is News Stream. I'm Kristie Lu Stout. And World Sport with Amanda Davies is next.

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